Sen. Bala A. Mohammed, Governor of Bauchi State has approved the appointment of His Royal Highness Alhaji Usman Bilyaminu Othman, the Emir of Dass, as the State Amirul Hajj for the 2024 Hajj Exercise in Saudi Arabia.
According to a letter of appointment signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Ibrahim Mohammed Kasim indicated that his appointment along – side 13 other prominent citizens of the State is based on their devotion, exemplary dedication, discipline and divine service to Almighty Allah. And they are carefully selected to oversee the smooth coordination and facilitation of pilgrims from Bauchi State during the holy pilgrimage.
The Amirul Hajj Team comprises individuals with extensive experience in managing pilgrimage affairs, ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of pilgrims.
Governor Bala Mohammed expressed confidence in the capabilities of the appointed team, emphasizing their capacity to uphold the highest standards of service delivery and professionalism throughout the Hajj exercise. He reiterated the state government’s dedication to supporting pilgrims and ensuring their welfare throughout their journey.
Other members of the Amirul Hajj Team include the following:-
1- Hon. Jamilu Umar Dahiru ( Deputy Speaker)
Bauchi State House of Assembly, as Deputy Amirul Hajj,
2- Hon Justice Rabi Talatu Umar ( Chief Judge, Bauchi State)
——Member
3- Khadi Umar Ahmed Liman
Grand Khadi of Bauchi State,-—member
4- Hon. Yakubu Ibrahim Hamza
Hon. Commissioner Min. of Religious affairs—-Member
5- Hon. Ahmed Aliyu Jalam
Hon. Commissioner Min. for Local
Government and Chieftaincy Affairs-——Member
6- Alh. Ibrahim Y.M Baba (Hakimin Yelwan Duguri )
Alkaelri LGA—— Member
7- Surv. Ibrahim Saidu Jahun (Galadiman Bauchi)
Bauchi LGA-—Member
8- Alh. Yayanuwa Zainabari
Shira LGA—- Member
9- Sheikh Zubairu A. Madaki
Ganjuwa LGA —Member
10- Sheikh Salisu Sulaiman Ningi
Ningi LGA-— Member
11- Sheikh Ibrahim Dahiru Bauchi
Bauchi LGA-— Member
12- Malam Ahmad Inuwa Na’ibi
Bauchi LGA— Member
13- Muhammad Haruna Barde
(Dep. Chief of Staff)
Katagum LGA—- Secretary
The team will work in collaboratively with relevant authorities, including the State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and the Saudi Arabian government, to ensure a seamless and successful pilgrimage experience for all Bauchi State pilgrims.
The Governor urged the appointed team to discharge their duties diligently, with the utmost sincerity, and in accordance with the principles of fairness, equity, and justice.
The appointment takes immediate effect.
